In the UK, more than 2 million people are living with sight loss. BlindTobes is one of them. He is a well known TikToker and hopes his videos on living with sight loss will help spread awareness about the condition.
Toby, has achieved mass success on the app since launching his account earlier this year. A video demonstrating Toby at his first ever blind football match amassed 1M views while another showing how he walks with a cane gained 2M views.
Listen as host Naomi sits down to chat with Toby all about his experiences as a content creator, his challenges with mental health and his love for football. Connect with us as Toby talks about the power of social media and how it has allowed Toby to amass an audience to spread awareness about blindness and accessibility needs. Additionally join us as they discuss what new, and inspiring legacies are being created today in the world of blind sport.
About our guest:
Toby (BlindTobes) He/Him
Toby is a UK based content creator who has exploded onto the TikTok scene, using his platform to educate, laugh and shed light on his life as a blind man. Toby and his girlfriend Natalie’s infectious optimism and authenticity has gained him a highly engaged audience who love following his journey.
Links Toby mentioned:
https://www.tiktok.com/@blindtobes
https://www.instagram.com/blindtobes/
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